Jacinda Ardern was trying to ease the concerns of nervous New Zealanders.
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Level 2: Reduce Disease is contained, but risks of community transmission growing.

Risk assessment High risk of importing Covid-19 OR Increase in imported cases OR Increase in household transmission OR Single or isolated cluster outbreak Range of measures (can be applied locally or nationally) Entry border measures maximised Further restrictions on mass gatherings Physical distancing on public transport (e.g. leave the seat next to you empty if you can) Limit non-essential travel around New Zealand Employers start alternative ways of working if possible (e.g. remote working, shift-based working, physical distancing within the workplace, staggering meal breaks, flexible leave arrangements) Business continuity plans activated High-risk people advised to remain at home (e.g. those over 70 or those with other existing medical